With the world becoming warmer due to climate change, mosquitoes are busy expanding their habitats to more and more places. Cashing in on this scenario, a Chinese startup has developed a technology that can zap the pesky insects with lasers. The breakthrough promises a future in which the peace and quiet of a summer evening is no longer broken by the high-pitched buzz of a flying mosquito looking for prey. The portable device developed in Changzhou, a manufacturing hub in eastern Jiangsu province, is drawing international attention after raising more than $1.6 million — an 80-fold increase from the initial…
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Uganda’s milk capital Mbarara is set for a motorsport feast when the Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally runs 07–9 May 2026, with 10 Kenyan crews listed in what is shaping up as one of the biggest international fields in recent African Rally Championship (ARC)history. The Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally is the second round of the 2026 FIA African Rally Championship after the season-opening Safari Rally Kenya, and doubles as the second round of Uganda’s KCB National Rally Championship. Leading Kenya’s bumper entry are three Kenya National Rally Champions, adding an extra layer of excitement. Karan…
By John Otini Kenya has taken a decisive step toward reshaping how it finances environmental conservation, with the launch of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN), a programme designed to unlock up to $150 billion in nature-related funding over the next decade. Spearheaded by the United Nations Development Programme in partnership with the Government of Kenya, the initiative seeks to close a persistent financing gap that has long undermined biodiversity protection efforts, even as environmental degradation accelerates across the country. The stakes are high. Nearly half of Kenya’s economy—about 48 percent of GDP—depends directly on natural ecosystems, from agriculture and tourism to energy. At…
World Athletics has rejected the applications of 11 elite athletes to switch their nationality to Turkey. The governing body said the requests were “part of a coordinated recruitment strategy” by the country’s government “to attract overseas athletes through lucrative contracts”. The 11 athletes included five Kenyans – including former women’s marathon world record-holder Brigid Kosgei – four Jamaicans, a Nigerian and a Russian. Roje Stona, who won Olympic men’s discus gold for Jamaica in 2024, was also one of the group. Turkey failed to win any golds among its eight medals at the 2024 Games in Paris. World Athletics said…
Family Bank Group recorded strong financial performance for the year ended 2025, posting significant growth in profitability, assets, and customer deposits. The results were announced during a media briefing held in Nairobi on March 30, 2026, highlighting the bank’s continued expansion and improved financial stability. According to the financial results, the bank’s profit after tax increased significantly from KES 3.5 billion to KES 5.4 billion for the year ended 2025, representing growth of 55.4 percent. Profit before tax also recorded notable growth, rising by 61.6 percent to KES 6.3 billion. The strong performance was largely supported by growth in interest-earning…
The government has expressed confidence on meeting key Confederation of African Football (CAF) deadlines in regards to hosting Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) next year. The Principal Secretary in the State Department for Sports Elijah Mwangi said there was adequate time provided by CAF to Kenya to comply with key requirements chief among them the payment of ksh 3.9 billion as requisite hosting fee. While giving a brief on the status of Kenya’s preparedness for AFCON, the PS stated that the discussions between the department and Parliamentary Committee on Sports and Culture resolved to write and request the National Treasury…
Ethiopian athletics legend Haile Gebreselassie and reigning world marathon champion Alphonce Simbu will be the chief guests at the 22nd edition of the Sports Personality of the Year (SOYA) Awards set for April 10 at Uhuru Gardens. Speaking during the media launch on Wednesday, SOYA founder Paul Tergat said inviting the two stars aligns with a broader vision to expand the awards beyond Kenya. “Under our 2025–2030 strategy, we see SOYA growing into the East African region and beyond, establishing a platform that reflects the potential and strength of African sport,” said Tergat. Gebreselassie remains one of the most decorated…
At the 2026 edition of Mobile World Congress, TECNO signaled an ambitious push to reposition itself at the intersection of artificial intelligence, imaging technology, and lifestyle design, unveiling a new generation of devices anchored on its “Practical AI for All” philosophy. The headline act was the CAMON 50 Series, a flagship smartphone lineup that underscores the brand’s growing focus on AI-powered imaging and user-centric design for emerging markets such as Kenya. The series introduces three models targeting a wide spectrum of users—from everyday smartphone consumers to content creators and photography enthusiasts—while maintaining a strong emphasis on affordability. The devices leverage…
The wait is over. The March 2026 edition of Nairobi Business Monthly is hot off the press, and we are peeling back the layers on the biggest stories impacting your wallet, your business, and the future of the Kenyan economy. From the surprising resilience of the Kenyan Shilling to the real cost of borrowing from top-tier banks, this issue is packed with the data-driven journalism and exclusive insights you rely on. Here is a sneak peek of what’s inside this month’s must-read issue: Inside the March 2026 Issue: COVER STORY: The Shilling & The Gold Rush While global markets tumble amid the…
By Njeri Kagwe Public relations professionals in Kenya are operating in a far more demanding environment than ever before, where reputational risk is shaped not only by headlines and public sentiment, but also by the law. Beyond the familiar guardrails of the PR Code of Ethics, the Media Council Act and the Consumer Protection Act, communications leaders must contend with two fast-rising areas of exposure: data protection and intellectual property. These are no longer issues to address after a campaign has gone live or once a crisis erupts, but governance priorities that determine whether an organization can build trust, protect…
